When I listen to other speakers, I want to hear something that will make a difference in my life. So, when I speak, I meet my listeners where they’re at and give them something that will make a difference in their own lives.
I’ve spoken in a variety of settings, from retreats and parish events to workshops and conferences and before audiences made up of young adults, mixed groups, women, and married couples. There’s one group, however, to which I’ve yet to present, and that’s Fenelon Clan – they’ve heard enough from me already!
I especially like to talk about practical faith in Divine Providence, family and parenting, and our Blessed Mother. I’m able to speak on women’s issues and various aspects of lived spirituality, too.
Wondering what you should have me speak about? Here’s a smattering of ideas:
- When’s God Gonna Show Up?; finding the Divine in daily life (single presentation, mini-retreat, or full-day workshop)
- She’s My Mother, and She’s Your Mother, Too!; forming a deepening relationship with our Blessed Mother
- Spirituality of Motherhood; deepening our spiritual lives with Mary as model
- Married Apostles; discipleship begins at home
- Strengthening Your Family; a practical approach to holiness
I’d prefer to discuss fees in person, as I try to work with each group individually to assure that we all benefit from the arrangements.
Here’s what folks are saying about my presentations:
What you said today is exactly what I needed to hear. You have no idea what you’ve done for me. Thank you.
~Participant, Oklahoma Catholic Women’s Conference
I enjoyed the sharing and learning about something I never thought about or really knew existed. Over the years I have…wanted to have that experience but never knew what to do to achieve it. Thank you so much for showing me where to start. I believe that even though I’ve been waiting many years, my “when’s God gonna show up” experiences began today.
~When’s God Gonna Show Up? Workshop participant
I have long admired Marge as a gifted writer and storyteller.
~Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York
It is with great appreciation that we send this note to you for speaking at our [parish] events at St. Jerome’s Church. “When’s God Gonna Show Up?” and “She’s My Mother, and She’s Your Mother, Too!” touched so many in our parish! Thank you for touching our lives with yours. May God bless you always.
~Women’s Ministry Co-ordinator
[Marge] dedicates much time to the apostolate of the written and spoken word. I have no hesitation in recommending her as a Catholic speaker. She is orthodox, intelligent, articulate, humorous, and has lots of common sense.
~Fr. Cliff Ermatinger, author of St Augustine Answers 101 Questions on Prayer (Sophia Institute Press), St Therese of Lisieux – Spouse and Victim (Institute of Carmelite Studies), and other books on spirituality.